Hot Dog Sauce Recipe

Elevate your hot dogs with this incredible homemade sauce! Perfect for cookouts and family gatherings, this recipe makes a large batch – ideal for freezing and enjoying all summer long. Say goodbye to bland hot dogs and hello to flavor explosions! This rich and savory sauce is incredibly easy to make, simmering to perfection in just an hour. Get ready for the best hot dogs of your life!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 173 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.8 (18 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Dog Sauce

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How to Make Hot Dog Sauce

  1. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground chuck over medium-high heat. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
  3. Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve generously over your favorite hot dogs in buns. Top with finely diced white onions, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

9g

Carbs

6g